Step into your own private retreat in the heart of Orinda! This impressive property offers a blend of comfort and luxury, starting with a spacious main house boasting 4 bedrooms & 3 bathrooms. Outside, a sprawling deck awaits, offering panoramic views that will take your breath away. Whether you're hosting a gathering or simply enjoying a quiet moment, this deck is the perfect setting for all of life's special moments. If garages are your thing, you're going to love this one! The 3-car garage not only has space for your cars, but also plenty of room for storage, a workbench, or gym. But the perks don't end there. A separate 750 sq.ft. ADU provides endless possibilities, whether you need extra space for guests, a home office, or a rental unit for additional income. Nature lovers will be delighted by the property's meandering trails, greenhouse, and serene waterfall. Escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life and reconnect with the great outdoors right in your own backyard. Convenience is key, with easy access to the freeway and downtown Orinda and Lafayette just a stone's throw away. Enjoy the best of both worlds – the tranquility of suburban living combined with the convenience of urban amenities. Don't miss out on this rare opportunity to own your piece of paradise in Orinda.
Single-familyProperty Type
1947Year Built
0.37 acresLot Size
$762Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
3 car garageParking
Listed by Shannon Conner•DRE #01885058• Village Associates Real Estate
Bought with Kelly Crawford•DRE #01327015• Vanguard Properties
Bought with Omar Khan•DRE #02139271• Vanguard Properties
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #41052863
Apr 22, 2024
Sold
$1,850,000
$676/sq ft
Mar 23, 2024
Pending
—
Mar 14, 2024
Listed
$1,795,000
$656/sq ft
Public Records
Jan 11, 1989
Sold
$450,000
$164/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 31, 1984
Sold
$187,500
$69/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$23,579 (+111.6%)
$1,300,500 + $624,240
$1,924,740
2024
$11,146 (+1.7%)
$1,275,000 + $612,000
$1,887,000
2023
$10,957 (+4.0%)
$363,158 + $464,719
$827,877
2022
$10,538 (+2.1%)
$356,038 + $455,607
$811,645
2021
$10,322 (+1.3%)
$349,057 + $446,674
$795,731
2020
$10,189 (+0.2%)
$342,213 + $437,916
$780,129
2019
$10,172 (+8.2%)
$338,705 + $433,426
$772,131
2018
$9,399 (+3.0%)
$332,064 + $424,928
$756,992
2017
$9,123 (+2.6%)
$319,170 + $408,429
$727,599
2016
$8,893 (+0.6%)
$319,170 + $408,429
$727,599
2015
$8,836 (+1.5%)
$312,912 + $400,421
$713,333
2014
$8,702 (+2.3%)
$302,175 + $386,682
$688,857
2013
$8,504 (+3.1%)
$302,175 + $386,682
$688,857
2012
$8,247 (+1.5%)
$300,810 + $384,935
$685,745
2011
$8,124 (+1.5%)
$294,912 + $377,388
$672,300
2010
$8,002 (−2.7%)
$289,130 + $369,989
$659,119
2009
$8,222 (+3.7%)
$286,970 + $367,224
$654,194
2008
$7,926
$287,652 + $368,097
$655,749
Tax history for 70 El Gavilan Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$23,579 (+111.6%)
$1,300,500 + $624,240
$1,924,740
2024
$11,146 (+1.7%)
$1,275,000 + $612,000
$1,887,000
2023
$10,957 (+4.0%)
$363,158 + $464,719
$827,877
2022
$10,538 (+2.1%)
$356,038 + $455,607
$811,645
2021
$10,322 (+1.3%)
$349,057 + $446,674
$795,731
2020
$10,189 (+0.2%)
$342,213 + $437,916
$780,129
2019
$10,172 (+8.2%)
$338,705 + $433,426
$772,131
2018
$9,399 (+3.0%)
$332,064 + $424,928
$756,992
2017
$9,123 (+2.6%)
$319,170 + $408,429
$727,599
2016
$8,893 (+0.6%)
$319,170 + $408,429
$727,599
2015
$8,836 (+1.5%)
$312,912 + $400,421
$713,333
2014
$8,702 (+2.3%)
$302,175 + $386,682
$688,857
2013
$8,504 (+3.1%)
$302,175 + $386,682
$688,857
2012
$8,247 (+1.5%)
$300,810 + $384,935
$685,745
2011
$8,124 (+1.5%)
$294,912 + $377,388
$672,300
2010
$8,002 (−2.7%)
$289,130 + $369,989
$659,119
2009
$8,222 (+3.7%)
$286,970 + $367,224
$654,194
2008
$7,926
$287,652 + $368,097
$655,749
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
3
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.37 Acres
Year renovated
1970
Sq. Ft.
2,736
Year built
1947
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Contra Costa County
APN
2622820187
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 13, 2026.
Jun 16, 2006 • Final
Building/residential/al/alteration
Replace windows in the living room and doors in the entry and kitchen areas.
Remodel
Apr 7, 2003 • Final
Building - residential mechanical
Replace the furnace.
HVAC
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Garage Spaces: 3
Covered Spaces: 3
Parking Features: Detached
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms Total: 3
# of Bathrooms Full: 3
ADU Baths Full: 1
Other Bathrooms Included Features: Shower Over Tub, Solid Surface, Tile
Property information provided by bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR when last listed in 2024. This data may not match public records. Learn more.